Foreman: Sewerages (REF: TEC 277)

Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Salary: R 316 061.15 per annum (Post Level T10 of a Grade 4 Municipality)

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent Technical Qualification.
• A Valid Code C1 Driver's License with PRPD.
• Certification in handling and transportation of dangerous goods (Chemicals)
• 5 years of relevant experience
• Computer literacy (MS Applications)
• Technical background and customer service approach.
• Communication skills, disciplinary course, and supervisory skills.
• Must be able to effectively manage and supervise the staff in the section.
• Must be able to travel to the various segments to check on progress.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with staff.
• Required to work in all weather conditions.
• Required to work overtime and/or outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.
• Must perform duties in the whole municipal area.
• Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape, Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
• Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

• Inspecting and interacting with users (Council and Public) to promote the functionality of the Sewerage Section
• Report and seek approval/guidance in the coordination of specific sequences to improve service delivery procedures
• Schedule work duties of personnel in the Sewerage Section in conjunction with the immediate superior
• Do site inspections on a continuous basis to ensure the smooth functioning of the Section
• Conduct frequent meetings with the immediate superior to solve any operational problems
• Plan and prioritise the daily work of the section.
• Delegate and supervise daily work to subordinates, leading and guiding staff, and inspect, check, and correct work being done.
• Maintain fair distribution of operational resources and labour for each subsection
• Submit reports to the immediate superior on the operational efficiency of the Sewerage Section
• Submit statistical reports on daily activities, including: Scheduled work carried out; Details of complaints attended to; Exact actions carried out to rectify the problem; Vehicle log sheets; Overtime schedules and Requisition orders
• General functional feedback and be aware of Municipal Health and Safety Regulations and comply where applicable.
• Provide all relevant staff with protective clothing and explain the necessity to wear and use it
• Liaise with the immediate superior with regard to the maintenance required on vehicles and equipment
• Undertake inspections to ensure that all maintenance activities have been carried out in an acceptable manner and according to standards
• Ensure that operations are productive and that community areas are provided with an efficient service
• Ensure that staff adhere to health and safety regulations as contained in the Act
• Supervise and coordinate the provision and maintenance of: The sewage network operations; the Reliability of the sewerage network
• Conduct inspections constantly to ensure that a professional service is rendered
• Prior to leaving the municipal premises, carry out the following pre-trip inspection
• Extensive interaction with co-workers regarding obtaining and relaying information
• Interact with internal departments as well as members of the public on complaints and service-related problems
• Liaise with the superior in order to receive instructions, make recommendations, or discuss service-related problems experienced
• Arrange for the maintenance of machinery and equipment, and be responsible for the safe storage of machinery/equipment
• See to it that the equipment and machinery are cleaned and well-maintained.